Officer Down Memorial Page

A Hero is Honored today, RIP Brother

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
March 24, 2012

My prayers go out to your son and family. So young and full of life, his father shall always be remembered for the hero he was. Thank you for your service seaman Ferreby.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
January 19, 2012

Seaman Ferreby's photo made tears come to my eyes. So full of life, his arms and eyes full of new promise and love.

You are not forgotten.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada
March 24, 2011

It is so hard to believe that it is almost ten years. You and Scott touched so many lives and we all still remember you with love! We continue to serve in your honor and never forget.

Anonymous
February 10, 2011

Seaman Ferreby, You are not forgotten.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE
July 26, 2010

Seaman Ferreby, nine (9) years later you are still remembered, with honour.

Thank you for your service. You died protecting the citizens
of The United States of America. A tragic loss.

Anonymous
June 8, 2010

On this day April 7th 2000 your Grandfather, my Father passed away. I came to Delaware to greive and to bury him. I remember how you comforted me my sweet Nephew.Then not a year later, you left us. My Mother dreamed you reached up from the ocean and grabbed my Father's outstretched hand.
I know that Our Lord had him by the waist as he leaned down to you Christopher. I know this is truth. I will never forget you Christopher. You are always in my deepest thought and prayers.
Love always, Uncle Art.

Arthur S. Jenkin
Uncle
April 7, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 24, 2010

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

May God be with you and all who mourn you. You are never forgotten.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.
March 24, 2009

There is no fear here. No despair. Just Love and Comfort.
Christopher is here in Heaven.

Arthur S. Jenkin
SGT. US ARMY Ret. / Grandfather
March 24, 2009

Seaman Ferreby thank you for your service to our country and to your fellowman. Rest in peace.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables
March 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 24, 2009

Seaman Ferreby,

Your service to the people of the United States has not been forgotten. Today I honor you for the sacrifice you made. Rest easy, brother.

Senior Officer J Anthony Sandoval
Kingsville Police Department
March 6, 2009

RIP.You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous
November 9, 2008

Christopher,
On today, the sixth anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Paratus!

Anonymous
March 24, 2008

Seaman Ferreby, today marks the 7th anniversary of your tragic death. You folks in the Coast Guard are a vital part of law enforcement yet so often, people see you just in the life saving and national defense roll. You put your lives on the line every day doing your jobs and sometimes, sadly, lives are taken.

Though you may have been taken from your family and friends, I'm sure you never truly left them and you are by your son's side every minute of every day, giving him the kind of advice only a Dad can. You will never be forgotten by them, nor are you forgotten by a grateful America. You are a hero.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
March 24, 2008

It broke my heart to see this picture. What a sweet and living father he must have been.

Chris I don't know you but watch over your little boy and wife.

March 22, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
March 18, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
February 27, 2008

It has been almost seven years and I did not forget. I regret leaving the service but I do not regret meeting you. You've picked on me, you've insulted me, and you've harassed me on a daily basis. I miss that. I know you cared about me deep inside and I guess you did those things because it was your way of saying that you would always be there for me as a friend and shipmate. Thank you Ferreby and as I told you many years ago, congratulations on your first son. May he follow your footsteps and learn who you really were inside the rough edges. I got married and have three children now, pursuing in law enforcement. Semper Paratus, "Dingleberry Juice". Heh, this is my first time I ever threw it back at you.

Rei

Reinaldo Jose Torna
Former Shipmate
February 14, 2008

May the wind always fill your sails,and your seas be peacefully calm...You and your crew were serving the United States of America...Coast Guard strong!

God sent a Noreaster to test your crews resolve...the seas were strong and the waves mighty,and you all stood fast,Coast Guard strong!

He called on two to sail home that night...He knew the cold of the water and he felt the struggle strong against the seas rage,Coast Guard strong!

The crew stuck togeather,just like they were trained,fighting and laughing at the storm as it raged,Coast Guard strong!

but God said come and sail with Me....so home you both went, obeying His direct orders... leaveing that cold wet sea to sail with him forever more,Coast guard strong!

Kevin JP O'Reilly HMC USN4th FSSG(Ret)
Great Uncle
August 16, 2007

Dear Sweet Nephew of mine, August 4,2007

I love you and miss you so much. I just recently visited my sister Kathleen, your Mommy. The pain is still on her face.
I have spoken with your Father Thomas. I can hear it in his voice.
No one is the same Chris. We will never be. Yet we go on.
May our Lord keep you and bless us all till we can see you again.

Love you,

Uncle Art

Arthur S. Jenkin
Uncle
August 4, 2007

6 years ago our hearts were broken. Thinking of you
today and your tremendous sacrifice. Thank you for
your service. It was a huge price to pay!
Lynn Kole
Washington State

March 24, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
March 20, 2007

I only met you and your wife a couple of times, but I know how much you are missed. Your family is in my prayers.

civilian Kris Donaldson
February 13, 2007